Broccoli and Cauliflower Cheese Bake

Cook Time 45 minutes

Serves 4

Ingredients

1 small head of broccoli, cut into florets

½ cauliflower, cut into florets

2–3 tbsp water

40g butter

40g plain flour

500ml milk

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Pinch of nutmeg

100g grated Gruyère or cheddar

30g Parmesan, finely grated

2 tbsp breadcrumbs

Extra virgin olive oil, to drizzle

Method

Place broccoli and cauliflower in a microwave-safe (and oven-safe) dish with water. Cover loosely with a plate or cling film and microwave on high for 5–7 minutes, or until just tender. Remove and drain thoroughly.

Melt the butter in a saucepan and stir in the flour, and cook for a minute. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Season generously with salt and pepper, and add nutmeg and half the Gruyère.

Pour the cheesy sauce over the vegetables and top with the remaining Gruyère, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs. Drizzle with olive oil.

Place under a hot grill for 5–10 minutes until golden, bubbling, and lightly caramelised on top.